Royal Challengers Bengaluru: The celebrations for the first-ever IPL victory of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) turned tragic on Wednesday with over 20 fans injured and falling sick, and three killed following a stampede near the Chinnaswamy Stadium here. The incident occurred while fans were attending the celebration event for the RCB team lifting the IPL 2025 trophy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
According to the police, three individuals were declared dead at the hospital, and the condition of two others is critical, with both receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The stampede took place when thousands of fans attempted to enter the stadium in a hurry from various gates. Police at the scene transported the injured to ambulances and shifted them to the nearby Bowring Hospital.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Police stated that the ambulances were unable to move quickly to the hospital due to the overcrowding on the roads.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In a separate incident, one fan, while climbing a gate to jump into the stadium, fell and broke his leg.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Despite the presence of numerous police personnel, they are struggling to control the massive crowd. People are seen climbing trees and sitting on branches to catch a glimpse of the celebration. More details regarding the incident are yet to emerge.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The government of Karnataka had earlier cancelled the victory parade from Vidhana Soudha to Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium, citing security reasons.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Police stated that they have been controlling the celebrating crowds since Tuesday night. Throughout the night, forces have been engaged in managing them and ensuring no untoward incidents occurred.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
A huge number of crowds have also thronged the Vidhana Soudha premises to witness the felicitation program by the government. Police had to resort to a mild cane-charge to control the crowd.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Earlier, when the RCB team arrived at the HAL airport here on Wednesday, they were personally welcomed by Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He presented bouquets to each player. Shivakumar especially greeted cricketer Virat Kohli, presenting him with both the RCB team flag and the Kannada flag.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Earlier, when the RCB team arrived at the HAL airport here on Wednesday, they were personally welcomed by Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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